HP Pro c640 G2 Chromebook Review

Advantages and disadvantages of HP Pro c640 G2 Chromebook based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

robust security features

lightweight design

fast boot times

efficient battery life

affordable price

limited app compatibility

average display quality

no biometric login

modest storage capacity

Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) Review

Advantages and disadvantages of Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) based on its technical characteristics, features, user experience, expert reviews and price level.

responsive touchscreen display

360-degree hinge versatility

solid build quality

good battery life

efficient performance

limited storage capacity

no HDMI port

higher price point

average audio quality

Laptop Comparison and Tests

Difference between HP Pro c640 G2 Chromebook and Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714)
86 % - Design
75 % - Display
75 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery
85 % - Design
86 % - Display
85 % - Performance
85 % - Connectivity
85 % - Battery

Laptop Specifications Comparison

HP Pro c640 G2 Chromebook vs. Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714) Comparison Chart
DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS HP Pro c640 G2 Chromebook Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714)
Product Type Chromebook Chromebook - flip design
Dimensions (WxDxH) 32.36 cm x 22.1 cm x 1.65 cm 31.26 cm x 22.4 cm x 1.805 cm
Weight 1.48 kg 1.37 kg
Case Material Aluminum Anodised aluminium
Colour Pike silver aluminium Steel grey
DISPLAY HP Pro c640 G2 Chromebook Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714)
Screen Size (Type) 14" - IPS 14" - IPS
Touchscreen - Yes (multi-touch)
LCD Backlight Technology WLED backlight LED backlight
Screen Resolution 1920 x 1080 (Full HD) 1920 x 1200 (WUXGA)
V-Sync Rate at Max Res. 60 Hz -
Widescreen Yes Yes
Image Aspect Ratio - 16:10
Image Brightness 250 cd/m² 340 cd/m²
Colour Gamut 45% NTSC 100% sRGB
Features Full HD ultra wide-viewing angle (UWVA) eDP anti-glare, narrow bezel bent Glare, CineCrystal, Corning Gorilla glass 3, Antimicrobial Corning Gorilla Glass, 30 ms response rate
PROCESSOR HP Pro c640 G2 Chromebook Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714)
CPU Intel Pentium Gold 7505 Intel Core i5 (12th Gen) 1235U / 1.3 GHz
Max Turbo Speed 3.5 GHz 4.4 GHz
Number of Cores Dual-Core 10-core
Cache L3 - 4 MB 12 MB
Features Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, Intel Smart Cache Hyper-Threading Technology, Intel Smart Cache, Intel Deep Learning Boost (DL Boost)
MEMORY HP Pro c640 G2 Chromebook Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714)
RAM 8 GB (provided memory is soldered) 8 GB (provided memory is soldered)
RAM Type DDR4 SDRAM LPDDR4X SDRAM
Speed 3200 MHz -
Rated Speed 3200 MHz -
STORAGE HP Pro c640 G2 Chromebook Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714)
Main Storage Size (HDD/SSD) 64 GB eMMC 512 GB SSD M.2 2280 PCIe 4.0 - Self-Encrypting Drive, TCG Opal Encryption, NVM Express (NVMe) - Micron
AUDIO & VIDEO HP Pro c640 G2 Chromebook Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714)
Graphics Processor (GPU) Intel UHD Graphics Intel Iris Xe Graphics
Video System Features - Functions as Intel UHD graphics (for single-channel memory)
Camera Yes - HD Yes - Full HD
Camera Features Privacy Camera Kill Switch Temporal Noise Reduction
Video Resolutions 720p 1920 x 1080
Sound Dual stereo speakers, two microphones Stereo speakers, two microphones
Compliant Standards High Definition Audio DTS Sound, Smart Amplifier
Audio Features Bang & Olufsen Audio -
COMMUNICATIONS HP Pro c640 G2 Chromebook Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714)
Wireless Bluetooth 5.0, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax Bluetooth 5.2, 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Wi-Fi 6E)
Wireless Controller Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX 201 - PCI Express Mini Card (M.2) Intel Wi-Fi 6E AX 211 - M.2 1216
Bluetooth Class Class 2 -
Compliant Standards IEEE 802.11d, IEEE 802.1x, IEEE 802.11i, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11h, IEEE 802.11e, IEEE 802.11k, IEEE 802.11r, IEEE 802.11v -
Features Dual stream (2x2), Chromecast support, CNVi, HP Extended Range Wireless LAN Dual stream (2x2)
BATTERY HP Pro c640 G2 Chromebook Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714)
Technology 3-cell Lithium Ion 3-cell Lithium Ion
Battery Capacity (Size) 58 Wh 56 Wh
Battery Life Up to 12.5 hours Up to 10 hours
AC ADAPTER HP Pro c640 G2 Chromebook Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714)
Input AC 115/230 V (50/60 Hz) AC 100-240 V (50/60 Hz)
Output 45 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 V 65 Watt, 5 / 9 / 12 / 15 / 20 V
INPUT HP Pro c640 G2 Chromebook Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714)
Type Keyboard, ClickPad Keyboard, digitizer, touchpad, digital pen
Keyboard Backlight Yes Yes
Features Spill-resistant, multi-touch clickpad, gesture function Corning Gorilla Glass touchpad
CONNECTIONS & EXPANSIONS HP Pro c640 G2 Chromebook Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714)
Interfaces HDMI
2 x USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 (supports DisplayPort Alt Mode) (Power Delivery)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2
Headphone/microphone combo jack
USB 3.2 Gen 2
2 x USB-C (supports Thunderbolt 4, DisplayPort Alt Mode) (DC-In combo, Power Delivery)
HDMI
Memory Card Reader Yes (microSD, microSDHC, microSDXC) -
SOFTWARE HP Pro c640 G2 Chromebook Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714)
Operating System (OS) Google Chrome OS - English Google Chrome OS
Software Included Google Play -
MISCELLANEOUS HP Pro c640 G2 Chromebook Acer Chromebook Spin 714 (CP714)
Included Accessories HP 45W USB-C AC Adapter USB-C power adapter, 3-cell Li-Ion 56Wh battery, USI stylus
Integrated Options - Accelerometer, gyroscope
Security Titan-C Security Chip Google Security Chip H1, fingerprint reader
Security Slot Type Kensington nano security slot -
Theft/Intrusion Protection Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately) -
Features HP Fast Charge, MU-MIMO technology Volume control, Project Athena certified
Compliant Standards UL, VCCI, BSMI, SABS, FCC, ICES, KC, EAC, RCM, ICCP MIL-STD-810F, MIL-STD 810H, HDCP
SAR Value - 1.14 W/kg (body), 1.14 W/kg (head), 1.14 W/kg (limb)
ENERGY STAR Certified Yes Yes
TCO Certified TCO Certified Notebooks 8 -
Max Operating Temperature 35 °C -
Min Operating Temperature 0 °C -
Humidity Range Operating 10 - 90% -
Manufacturer Warranty Limited warranty - parts and labour - 1 year
Limited warranty - battery - 1 year
Limited warranty - 1 year - carry-in
International travellers warranty - 1 year
Model Number - 1WN
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